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The latest cases in the courts

“In October 2017 there was a drop in recorded violent offences in Bransholme. Violent crime includes many different offences ranging from dangerous dogs, harassment, public order offences and assaults.

“It also includes domestic abuse which has been the force’s number one priority since July 2016.”

March saw a spike in offences deemed to be "violent" or "sexual" reported to Humberside Police.

Keith Hunter has previously said the force are dealing with "a new generation of criminals" (Image: Kate Woolhouse)

A total of 111 crimes were alleged to have taken place during the month – 24 more than the next-highest month of May 2017.

In contrast, the fewest reports of violent and sexual crimes taking place in Bransholme were made in January, with the figure standing at just 60.

The most recent month figures are available for is September, when 89 reports were made to police.